Alison McGill

1 week ago | 29secrets.com | Alison McGill

You may have heard about hypochlorous acid facial sprays which have become a buzzy skincare essential. Did the name stop you from reading any further about these because hypochlorous acid sounds more like a cleaning solvent than a beauty must? We see you. The truth is you’re not entirely wrong in your thoughts. Hypochlorous acid—known scientifically at HOCI—is a weak acid (in chemistry talk this means is has low pH level much like citric acid) with powerful antimicrobial properties.

2 weeks ago | thekit.ca | Alison McGill

Like many tales of modern romance, Thaomy Lam and Brendan Cosgrove can thank the internet for introducing them. “I paid for a month of Hinge Premium back in July 2019 and it was the best investment I’ve ever made,” Thaomy says.

3 weeks ago | 29secrets.com | Alison McGill

By Alison McGillAs “I do” season kicks into high-gear, Pinterest has just dropped its 2025 Wedding Report which is stacked with the latest trends you can expect to see weddings in the coming months. With over 3.8 billion wedding related searches and more than 13.4 billion wedding ideas saved globally in one year on Pinterest, the trend authority most certainly is in the known about what couples want for their dream party.

1 month ago | 29secrets.com | Alison McGill

By Alison McGillIf you’ve never considered compression socks (which I’m guessing the majority of you haven’t) let me share they’re a hidden wellness gem. I personally had zero knowledge of the benefits of compression socks until about a month ago when I started physiotherapy for an ankle fracture I sustained this winter. My physiotherapist recommended light compression socks to help me control ankle swelling, improve my circulation and as a must for future air travel.

1 month ago | thekit.ca | Alison McGill

Spring 2026 is already in the air for bridal designers who have just released their new collections. Get ready for the return of excess with big tulle-trimmed dresses, retro ’80s details like bubble skirting, dramatic corsetry, exaggerated bows, sculptural avant garde details, dramatic draping and loads of lace. Another huge trend that’s blown up: bridal separates. Though this is not a new concept, it’s something almost every designer is now embracing.